Four RS-25 Engines Will Power NASA’s Space Launch System

With NASA Administrator James “Jim” Bridenstine in attendance, Aerojet Rocketdyne marked a significant milestone in efforts to reduce costs on the RS-25 engine that powers NASA’s new rocket, the Space Launch System (SLS), today at NASA’s Stennis Space Center.

Distribution Agreement Announced At LABACE

Leonardo has announced that ICON Aviation has been appointed an official distributor for the AW109 Trekker light twin engine helicopter in Brazil. The announcement was made during an official ceremony at the LABACE exhibition this week.

Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office Drone Equipped With Project Lifesaver Antenna

The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) program received a 2018 Achievement Award as a model local government program from the Virginia Association of Counties (VACo).

Will Acquire 700MR Series NH90 FTD

The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) has awarded a contract to CAE to provide the service with a CAE 700MR Series NH90 flight training device (FTD).

Accreditation Approved Through March 2021

The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) has reaccredited Gallup Med Flight, a Guardian Flight air medical transport operation serving the Four Corners area of Arizona and New Mexico. The CAMTS reaccreditation is approved through March 2021.

Represents The Fourth Engine Model Type To Be Overhauled By The Company

CTS Engines has inducted the first PW2000 engine into its engine overhaul facility in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Along with the CF6-80C2, CF6-80A, and CF6-50C2, the PW2000 represents the fourth engine model type serviced by CTS.

Heralds New Era In Airbus Corporate Jets

The first ACJ320neo has been assembled on programe, fitted with CFM International LEAP-1A engines and painted in ACJ house-colors, in preparation for a first flight in the coming weeks.

Fifth Annual Event Being Held Next March

Denver, Colorado, will be the location for the 5th annual CAPA Americas Aviation Summit. The unique high level aviation strategy summit, to be held on 18-19 March 2019, will examine key commercial and operational issues affecting airlines and airports in the Americas, focusing on both US domestic issues and growth prospects in key international markets.

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Also: Illinois Drone Rules, San Diego FD, 2018 UAS Summit & Expo, Drone Ops over DOD Facilities

The aero-political scene remains active and a bit frustrating but AMA remains an active participant in important model aviation issues. AMA tells us that, “The AMA Government Affairs team has been working persistently with lawmakers this year to ensure our hobby is protected in FAA reauthorization legislation. The Senate’s August recess gave our team a few days to adjust our strategy towards preserving Section 336 and to address some state and local concerns.” The largest professional drone racing league in the world hosted the biggest drone sports gathering in history last week. The 2nd annual MultiGP International Open took place Aug. 8-12 at the Academy of Model Aeronautics headquarters in Muncie, Indiana, USA. The week long event attracted the best pilots from all over the